Beet, Albino

Dutch heirloom beet with white roots.

An heirloom from Holland, this non-staining beet is a standout because of its completely white roots and its delicious, sweet, mild taste. Beets are ideal for boiling, roasting or pickling; they also freeze well. You can pick these even when the roots are large without compromising their firm texture and high flavor. To avoid green tops, blanch the roots by hilling up the soil.

How to Grow

Thin to stand about 3" apart when seedlings are 1-2" tall.

Harvesting

Pick the greens when they are 4-6" long and the roots are less than 2" in diameter. Store fall-harvested beets at 33-35°F at 95% humidity. Cook beet greens like spinach and can or pickle the roots. Beet roots can also be grilled, baked or broiled.